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BAT Theatre to read Declaration of Independence at Des Moines 4th of July celebration

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026

On the 4th of July, when the City of Des Moines celebrates the USA’s 250th birthday (it doesn’t look a day older than 175!), BAT Theatre will be there reading […]

City of Burien reminds residents that all 4th of July fireworks are illegal, fines reach $5,000

by Scott SchaeferJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026

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State seeks public input on proposed toll discount program for SR 509 and SR 167

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 24, 2026June 25, 2026

Last call at City Hall: deadline to apply for vacant Burien City Council seat is this Friday, June 26

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 22, 2026June 22, 2026

Burien City Council challenges Sea-Tac Airport expansion, eyes data center moratorium, seeks applicants for vacant seat & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 16, 2026June 16, 2026

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Burien, Des Moines Airport Committees unite to challenge Sea-Tac expansion impacts

by Sarah ToceJune 13, 2026June 13, 2026

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Burien residents can receive free air purifiers at event on Thursday, June 18

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 13, 2026June 13, 2026

Burien City Council to hear airport expansion update, discuss data center moratorium & more on Monday, June 15

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 12, 2026June 12, 2026

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CALL FOR ARTISTS: City of Burien seeking light artists for 2026 Arts-A-Glow festival on Saturday, Sept. 12

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 11, 2026June 11, 2026

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Southbound SR 509 ramp closure expected in Burien June 10-11

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 9, 2026June 9, 2026

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World Cup watch parties kick off this week in Burien, SeaTac, Tukwila and South King County

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 9, 2026June 10, 2026

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Burien minimum wage debate takes unusual turn as initiative supporters back business owners’ concerns

by Scott SchaeferJune 8, 2026June 9, 2026

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City of Burien to celebrate ‘Summer of Soccer’ with special fútbol/soccer flag raising on Thursday, June 11

by B-Town Blog StaffJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

Burien City Council advances transit plans, investment strategy and vacancy process at Monday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayJune 2, 2026June 3, 2026

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Burien City Council to discuss filling seat vacated by Linda Akey, transit & more at June 1 meeting

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 29, 2026May 30, 2026

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Learn to turn kitchen scraps Into compost at free Burien workshop on Wednesday, June 3

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Cities of Burien, Des Moines and SeaTac denied more time to review airport SAMP impacts

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 21, 2026May 22, 2026

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Burien City Council repeals minimum wage ordinance, sparks new round of confusion

by Mellow DeTrayMay 21, 2026May 21, 2026

Appeal hearing set for this Friday, May 22 in fight to save historic Masonic Home in Des Moines

by Scott SchaeferMay 20, 2026May 20, 2026

Farewell to Linda Akey, BEDP vision and repeal of minimum wage ordinance mark pivotal night at Burien City Council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayMay 19, 2026May 19, 2026

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Judge rules in favor of City of Burien in public records lawsuit over city manager evaluation

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 17, 2026May 17, 2026

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City of Burien to raise Pride Flag for sixth consecutive year on Thursday, June 4

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 16, 2026May 16, 2026

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Minimum wage rules, economic development & more on agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026

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REPORT: Gun violence homicides drop to single digits for first time in 9 years

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 14, 2026May 14, 2026

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Court orders City of Burien to submit withheld documents on city manager evaluation for judicial review

by B-Town Blog StaffMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026